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DG52 LOG

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

164,360 mi
Last recorded164,360 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG52 LOG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 164,360 miles

Central Prop shaft bearing has slight play x 2 (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Jun 2026 164,354 miles

Headlamp aim too high both sides (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Central Prop shaft bearing has slight play x 2 (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 May 2025 160,979 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

underside corroded

Fail 24 Mar 2025 160,974 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded rear to front (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded rear to front (1.1.11 (c))

underside corroded

Pass 3 Feb 2024 159,784 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material At flexi union (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material At flexi union (1.1.11 (c))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2023 157,657 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2022 156,522 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule ns and os front (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule ns and os rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 13 Jan 2022 156,522 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule ns and os front (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule ns and os rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Feb 2021 154,191 miles

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Feb 2021 154,191 miles

Headlamp aim too high both sides (4.1.2 (a))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing both sides (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2020 150,851 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Central Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Central exhaust box is corroded.

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Feb 2020 150,851 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Central Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Central exhaust box is corroded.

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2018 149,675 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Oct 2018 149,672 miles

Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Central Rear Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Transporter?

Based on 5,346,355 MOT tests across 357,225 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
5,816
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
357,225
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 89,943
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 68,503
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 59,686
position lamp(s) not working 56,717
Stop lamp not working 56,335
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DG52 LOG is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2005 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 124,669 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Transporter fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 89,943 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DG52 LOG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Transporter typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 21 years old, this Volkswagen Transporter is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DG52 LOG registered?

DG52 LOG is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 31 December 2005.

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